Unless I am convinced by Scripture and by plain reason for I do not trust either in the Pope or councils alone, since it is well known that they have often erred and contradicted themselves, I am bound by the Scriptures and my conscience is captive to the Word of God. I cannot and will not recant anything, since it is neither right nor safe to go against conscience. Here I stand, I can do no other, May God help me.

- Martin Luther